If you love Halloween, you’re in for a treat because from October 17th to November 1st, we’ve partnered with local businesses and community organizations for an exciting lineup of activities for the spooky season. From family-friendly parties to shopping events, here’s What’s ON in Toronto’s Riverside this Halloween:
Riverside Vintage Crawl – Halloween Edition!
Date & Time: Thursday, October 17th | 6pm-10pm
Location: Multiple locations
Following the success of Riverside’s first Vintage Crawl in June, it’s back for a special Halloween installment. Shop costumes and accessories from your favorite vintage shops in the neighbourhood tax-free for one day only. Get your free tickets here.
Dance Party
Date & Time: Friday, October 25th | 10:30am-11:30am
Location: 2nd floor of Ralph Thornton Community Centre
Put on your best costume and get ready to groove to classic Halloween tunes in this dance party for the little ones and their caregivers. This event is presented by the South Riverdale Child-Parent Centre and Queen/Saulter Library.
Pumpkin Carving
Date & Time: Saturday, October 26th | 9:30am-noon
Location: Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre
Partake in the autumnal tradition of pumpkin carving. Materials and tools will be provided at no cost.
Family Crafty Halloween
Date & Time: Saturday, October 26th | 2pm-3pm
Location: Toronto Public Library Queen/Saulter Branch
Get your creative juices flowing by making your own spooky Halloween craft to take home! All materials will be provided. This event is suitable for pre-school and school-aged children and their caregivers.
Riverside Halloween Fest & Dog Paw-ty!
Date & Time: Sunday, October 27th | 10am-3pm
Location: Riverside Common and Joel Weeks Park
Pumpkins, treats, cotton candy, and more await guests at the Riverside Halloween Fest. Family activities will be happening at Riverside Common, while pet events like the dog costume party will be at Joel Weeks Park. Plus, get tickets to join the Riverside Ghost Walk here.
Spooktacular Halloween Party
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 29th | 3:30pm-5:30pm
Location: Ralph Thornton Community Centre
No tricks, only treats at this party for children and their caregivers. Free goodie bags will be in limited quantity so come early! This event is presented by the Ralph Thornton Community Centre, Riverside BIA, South Riverdale Child-Parent Centre and Queen/Saulter Library.
Degrassi Pumpkin Parade
Date & Time: Friday, November 1st | 6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Degrassi Street Park
Show off your finest jack-o’-lantern for a final time in this community pumpkin parade happening at Degrassi Street Park. After the event, you can leave your pumpkins for composting by the City of Toronto.
RSVP here to let us know you’re coming and you’ll get event deets and reminders straight to your inbox. See you in Riverside!
To stay updated on the latest events and programming in the neighbourhood, check out @riverside_bia on Instagram and the Riverside Blog!
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